Clayton Kenneth Smith, Evansville (1990 - 2014)

Clayton Kenneth Smith went to heaven on Jan. 25, 2014, at 23 years of age, unexpectedly. He was born on May 4, 1990, the son of Kenneth G. Smith and Barbara E. VanGalder. Clayton was a very caring person who could put a smile on anyone's face. He enjoyed the outdoors. You could always find him in the woods or on the lake. Clayton loved his family and friends and will be missed dearly by all who knew him.

Clayton is survived by his parents, Kenneth G.(Jane Falstad) Smith of Evansville, and Barbara E. VanGalder of Milton; his brother, Ricky Carlson of Deforest; three sisters: Crystal Leiber-Smith of Madison, Creshna (Gastavo) Perez and Jennifer Smith, both of Janesville; four nieces, three nephews; and two special friends, Trevor Long and Randy Leeder.

Private funeral services will be held at WARD-HURTLEY FUNERAL HOME, Evansville, with Reverend Matthew Poock, of St. John's Lutheran Church, officiating. Burial will take place in Jug Prairie Cemetery Brooklyn Township. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family in honor of Clayton K. Smith.